Presbyterian Student Opportunity Scholarship

$2,000

May 15, 2019

Awards Available:
80

The Student Opportunity Scholarship program serves Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) college students by providing need-based aid for sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are full-time, first-degree students attending accredited institutions in the United States. Student Opportunity Scholarship applicants will explore who God created them to be in a series of essay questions intended for students to explore with mentors and peers. This program requires that students maintain an active involvement in a worshiping community or campus ministry program while they are attending college. Preference in this program is extended to racial/ethnic students in order to promote diversity.

Eligibility:-Member of the Presbyterian Church (USA)-Is a full-time sophomore, junior, or senior at an accredited college/university in the United States-Minimum 2.5 GPA-Demonstrates financial need

For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website.

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